Mohamed Mahmoud Abdelhakim

Prof. Mohamed Mahmoud Abdelhakim is the Head of Radiation Oncology at Shefa al Orman Hospital in Luxor. He also serves as a Professor at the National Cancer Institute of Cairo University. Dr. Abdelhakim is a member of the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO).

Clinical Focus and Expertise

The doctor treats malignant and benign tumors in adults and children. His primary focus includes breast cancer, lymphomas, and soft tissue sarcomas. He also treats gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and gynecologic oncology cases. Additionally, he treats central nervous system tumors.

Dr. Abdelhakim uses technology to target cancer cells while protecting healthy tissue. He performs image-guided brachytherapy and intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). He also provides high-precision treatments like SRS and SBRT. These procedures use concentrated radiation to treat small tumors in fewer sessions.

Advanced Radiation Techniques

• VMAT (Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy)
• 3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT)
• HDR and LDR intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy
• Stereotactic radiotherapy and Total Body Irradiation (TBI)
• Total skin irradiation and electron beam therapy
• Conventional planning with simulator and CT planning
• Operation of cobalt and linear accelerator mega voltage machines

Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Abdelhakim has held several senior academic and clinical positions in Egypt. He served at Cairo University for over two decades. His career began as a resident and progressed to his current professorship.

• 2020–Present: Professor of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Institute, Cairo University
• 2015–2020: Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Institute
• 2010–2015: Lecturer of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Institute
• 2003–2009: Specialist of Radiation Oncology at Gharbia Cancer Society
• 2003–2009: Assistant Lecturer, National Cancer Institute, Cairo University
• 2000–2003: Resident in Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Institute

Professional Memberships

The doctor participates in international oncology societies to implement modern clinical protocols.

• European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
• European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Member of the Egyptian Cancer Society